love the local vibe

We love local, and we're curating a list of Howard-approved favorites just for you. Do you have a favorite?

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love the local wines

Barboursville Vineyards, Grace Estate, King Family Vineyards, Keswick Vineyards, Veritas Winery, and Jefferson Vineyards - just to name a few. There are over 30 wineries in and around the Charlottesville area!

love local retailers and shopping

Scarpa

Eloise

Pour la maison

The Virginia Shop

Shenanigans

Ivy Nursery

Albemarle Baking Company

Pet Food Discounters

And George

Pasta by Valente

Gearhart’s

Michie Tavern (tours available)

Eljos

Wine Warehouse

The Happy Cook

Lynne Goldman

love festivals and local events

Holiday Evening Tours at Monticello (December - various dates)

Holiday Tea Time at Boar’s Head Resort (December 21 & 28)

It’s a Wonderful Life at The Paramount Theater (December 22)

First Night Virginia on the Charlottesville Downtown Mall (December 31)

Wassail at Castle Hill Cider (January 19)

UVA Men’s & Women’s Basketball at John Paul Jones Arena (various dates)

love local restaurants

Ivy Inn Restaurant

Bodo’s Bagels

C&O Restaurant

Feast!

Mudhouse